Submiting Claim

[Rich W]

I am getting ready to send in my claim. I just want to make sure I'm doing everything to make it as easy for the VA as possible. I am filling out a 21-4138 stating what I am claiming. I was then going to provide a letter giving a little more background to my current problems listing them out (just a brief paragraph 5-6 lines) number them 1, 2, etc. Under each item I am going to list the date and location each time I was seen for the disability in my SMR and also after service up to current. I am also going to highlight in my SMRs and private medical records the items relating to my disabilities. I have all the medical records and am providing them to the VA so they don't have to get them. Does this sound like a good idea. Do most people highlight stuff. I just thought it would be easier. I know it can be difficult going th 30-40 pages of medical records to find the pertinent information.

[purple]

then don't worry about stressors.